Senate debates

Thursday, 17 September 2009

Britt Lapthorne Bill 2009

First Reading

10:13 am

Photo of Steve FieldingSteve Fielding (Victoria, Family First Party) Share this | | Hansard source

I move:

That the following bill be introduced: A Bill for an Act to ensure that families of Australians reported missing overseas are given essential help and information, and for related purposes.

Question agreed to.

I present the bill and move:

That this bill may proceed without formalities and be now read a first time.

Question agreed to.

Bill read a first time.